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PETER ISHU Obituary

Peter J. Ishu, beloved husband of 53 years to Romy, nee Khano; loving father of Evelyn (Troy) Smith, Albert and John Ishu; proud and cherished grandfather of Kathryn (Simon) Goldstein, Heather, Meghan, Jeffrey, C.J. and Andy; dear brother of Henry, Margaret, Paul, Mary and Samantha. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. at Cooney Funeral Home , 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge. Funeral Thursday. Friends are asked to meet at St. Andrew Church, 901 N. Milwaukee Ave., Glenview. Service will be at 10 a.m. Interment Elmwood Cemetery, Info 847-685-1002. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Andrew Church or Rainbow Hospice would be appreciated.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 3, 2012.

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jan ehrenkrook

October 10, 2012

so saddened to hear of pete's passing. one of the most generous i have ever known. pete was such a help to my parents. helping out in their later years, always there for them. you are all in my thoughts and pete will remain in my heart always. hugs to you all.

January 12, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your
time of grief. May your memories bring you
comfort.

The staff of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care

Maureen Sellman

January 5, 2012

So sorry to hear of your father's passing. He raised a wonderful man in you. May you find comfort and peace in God and your memories.
Love to you, Mo

Becky Dawes

January 4, 2012

To the Ishu family - my deepest sympathies. I worked with Peter at UCC for several years, and knew him to be a fair man, with a big heart. God be with you through this difficult time.

Kathy Hallene

January 4, 2012

I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Peter through his work @ UCC. He was a nice man, an inspiration and big help to me in my early days as a UCC rep. He will be missed.

Becky Whritenour

January 3, 2012

I was saddened by the news of our loss. I knew Peter through work and he was always very kind. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

January 3, 2012

Peter brought everyone together and added them to his family! He was the big brother everyone wished they had! Peter was an extremely kind and generous man. He will live on in our hearts and minds forever! Romy, Evelyn, Albert, John, Henry, Margaret, Paul, Mary, and Samantha- we pray for you and know that God is with you and will comfort you. Masashi and Deborah Osabe

Sarah Ishu

January 3, 2012

A wonderful man with a huge heart. Peter ALWAYS put his family first. So many happy memories of a joyful Dad, Husband and his favorite of all...BaBa! I was blessed to have him in my life and my family. I do so wish I could be there with all of you. Sending you all my love and prayers.
Sarah

Olivier Pirard

January 3, 2012

It seems like Peter was such a great photographer like his son, Johnny! ...Guardian of emotions! Let's keep the pictures of his life in our memories!
Rest in Peace dear Peter!
A lot of courage for all of you!
Oli and family

January 3, 2012

I am so sorry for you loss. Peter hired me at UCC almost 12 years ago. His work ethic was an inspiration for me. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Liz Zingarelli

January 3, 2012

Romy, Evelyn and family, Albert and family and John,
We are so deeply saddened with your loss. Peter was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and the best photographer in the world. He will be missed by all those that were fortunate to know him. May God comfort you at this time and always. Love, Helen & Allan

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